From its earliest beginnings as a simple wooden frame holding candles, to the intricate bespoke metalwork seen in contemporary homes today, the chandelier tells a story of evolving technology, changing interiors, and enduring appreciation for craftsmanship.
Thoughtful lighting design has the power to completely transform how a home feels, allowing you to shape not just what you see, but how you experience a space.
A well-designed period-style study or office offers far more than just a practical place to work. Done well, it becomes a characterful retreat for reading, studying or quiet reflection. Whether restoring a Victorian property or introducing traditional charm into a newer home, careful choices in furniture, finishes and lighting will create an authentic and...
The Return of the Midhope Chandelier: Hand-Forged Heritage Lighting from Our Suffolk Forge Some designs never lose their appeal. We are delighted to announce the return of one of our most admired lighting pieces: the Midhope 6-Light Wrought Iron Chandelier. Hand-forged by skilled blacksmiths in our Suffolk forge, the Midhope embodies the enduring qualities...
Most of us call it a wall light, a few call it a sconce or wall sconce. We thought it would be interesting to trace the heritage of today’s modern wall light. The word sconce has a surprisingly layered history, reflecting both linguistic evolution and changes in interior design over centuries. Its origins can...
Nigel Tyas, the renowned British maker of handcrafted ironwork, lighting, curtain poles and bespoke metal fittings, is delighted to announce the relaunch of full online ordering via its website, https://www.nigeltyas.co.uk, is now live for customers after a two‑year hiatus. Customers can once again browse, select and purchase the company’s wide range of high‑quality products...
British made lighting handmade by skilled blacksmiths. In a world of mass production, Nigel Tyas stands apart. Our handcrafted lighting represents the very best of British design and craftsmanship. Every piece celebrates the skill of our makers and the integrity of our materials, designed, forged, and finished by hand, right here in Britain Founded...
A long standing customer of the business, Yorkshire Premium cottages, once again entrusted Nigel Tyas to create a unique piece for the latest project. This former weavers cottage was fully refurbished in an extensive project that sees an outbuilding linked the main social hub of the house by a subterranean tunnel, lit by our...
Check out these 5 prismatic globe pendants suspended from our forged steel ceiling plate over a gorgeous kitchen island. Thanks to Sandra for sharing. Holmfirth pendant light with Small Clear Globe shade. Our simplest pendant fitting with a range of shades, each comes with ceiling and gallery fittings and a silk braided cable. Ceiling...
This stunning new build property echoes the plushest of New York homes so you’d be forgiven for not believing it’s tucked away in a Scottish suburb. The owner has worked with us here at Nigel Tyas to create a truly incredible one off piece alongside several other bespoke designs for her interior lighting needs....